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French Mantle Clock Circa 1880
Frank Craig Antiques
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French Mantle Clock Circa 1880

19th century
Description

A most decorative 19th century French Clock. The movement of eight day duration striking the hours and half hours on a bell. Depicting. a boy restraining two dolphins over an enamel dial. The Clock is in excellent condition having recently been overhauled.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Frank Craig Antiques has dated this French Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213976
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1748
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Description
A most decorative 19th century French Clock. The movement of eight day duration striking the hours and half hours on a bell. Depicting. a boy restraining two dolphins over an enamel dial. The Clock is in excellent condition having recently been overhauled.

For further Clocks and decorative items please view our stock page here. Or for a more extensive inventory please visit our website.

www.frankcraigantiques.com

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Frank Craig Antiques has dated this French Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213976
Dealers Internal Ref
1748
Frank Craig Antiques
Frank Craig Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2018

Decorative antiques and works of art. Silver jewellery paintings clocks & curios . We can deliver worldwide.

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A late 19th-century French gilt bronze mantel clock crowned with a seated cherub figure and featuring an enamel dial with blue porcelain panels.
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Archive I A late 19th-century French gilt bronze mantel clock crowned with a seated cherub figure and featuring an enamel dial with blue porcelain panels.

French mantle Clock circa 1880

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A late 19th-century French gilt bronze mantel clock crowned with a seated cherub figure and featuring an enamel dial with blue porcelain panels.
French mantle Clock circa 1880
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A late 19th-century French gilt bronze mantel clock crowned with a seated cherub figure and featuring an enamel dial with blue porcelain panels.
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FAQs

During the 19th century, French clockmakers produced elaborate timepieces featuring cast gilt bronze (ormolu) cases, often decorated with sculptural figures, putti, and hand-painted enamel or porcelain panels inspired by Rococo design.

These clocks were predominantly constructed using gilded cast bronze or brass, combined with hand-enamelled dials, glass crystals, and cast iron or steel pendulum movements.

Authentic examples typically feature maker stamps or serial numbers on the brass movement backplate, cast bronze construction with gilding, dual winding arbours, and hand-finished decorative details.

Placing a gilded clock as a focal point on a marble mantelpiece, dark timber console table, or library shelf creates a refined visual contrast within contemporary or traditional schemes.

Gilt bronze surfaces should be dusted using a dry, soft microfibre brush or cloth; water, brass polishes, and chemical cleaners must be avoided as they permanently strip original gilding and damage enamel dials.
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